Best Realism Tattoo Artists in Houston, TX
Top realism tattoo artists in Houston, TX ranked by review evidence.
1. Pablo
at Timeless Ink Studio
HIGH
12 mentions
"a lot of compliments on the artwork. I would wholeheartedly recommend Pablo but also others there at Timeless Ink Studio. I had a chance to see some of Tony's work as well while I "
2. Anthony
at Timeless Ink Studio
HIGH
9 mentions
"Great staff Anthony is awesome at his work was my first time going and he did amazing. His work is fast and clean 10/10 recommend"
3. Gunnar
at Timeless Ink Studio
HIGH
6 mentions
"the place was clean, the people were nice and friendly, the artist Gunnar was amazing he spoke with me the entire time, I would pick this place over and over…"
4. Tim ✓ verified
at Timeless Ink Studio
HIGH
5 mentions
"Fantastic shop! Got some great work done by Tim. Very professional, kind, and respectful. Made sure i was doing good throughout the tattoo. Process was simple and easy. Will de"
5. Hi ✓ verified
at Timeless Ink Studio
HIGH
3 mentions
"ome at his work was my first time going and he did amazing. His work is fast and clean 10/10 recommend"
6. Rick ✓ verified
at Assassin Tattoo Houston
HIGH
8 mentions
"it three years later I went back for another finger tattoo done by Rick. He is the best! My finger tattoo faded and he was happy to do a touch up, highly recommend!"
7. Sky ✓ verified
at Assassin Tattoo Houston
HIGH
8 mentions
"❤️ my tattoo! Didn’t take too long and it turned out great! Sky did a fantastic job."
8. Alice ✓ verified
at Assassin Tattoo Houston
HIGH
4 mentions
"or a skilled artist who takes pride in their work, I highly recommend Alice at Assassin Tattoo. I’ll definitely be going back for more work in the future!"
9. Owen ✓ verified
at Assassin Tattoo Houston
HIGH
2 mentions
"Owen was my tattoo artist and did amazing job."
10. Summer
at Assassin Tattoo Houston
HIGH
2 mentions
"k, or just an artist who genuinely cares about perfection — ask for Summer. I would 100% recommend and will definitely be back!"
12. Shayla
at It Always Hurts Tattoo
HIGH
4 mentions
"Shayla did my first tattoo today! I came in with a vision and she executed it so well. She made me feel so comfortable and I knew i was in g"
13. Jesse
at It Always Hurts Tattoo
HIGH
3 mentions
"Loved my experience with my tattoo artist Jesse. He’s done 3 of my tattoos and every time has been a lovely experience."
14. Angel
at It Always Hurts Tattoo
HIGH
3 mentions
"I’ve gotten all my tattoos done by Angel and they’re all so amazing! I love her so much, she got my trust, so what’s holding you back? Book with Angel where great vibe"
16. Brenda
at Gnosis Tattoo Studio and Art Gallery
MED
1 mention
"Studio is truly an art gallery! My experience was great! Brenda was my artist and she did an outstanding job with my intricate tattoo. I did not experience any discomfort when g"
17. Duy
at Gnosis Tattoo Studio and Art Gallery
LOW
1 mention
"Duy did a really really good job on my lion tattoo. He was very fluid and precise. Great position and over all happy the way it turned out."
18. Kiko ✓ verified
at Titans Legacy Ink
HIGH
2 mentions
@kiko_tattooartist
"les in my piece and am very pleased with how it turned out. Kiko did an amazing job, he was super nice and very professional. He took my idea and made it a reality! He even worked "
19. Philly ✓ verified
at Phillynk Studio
HIGH
1 mention
"ctful and patient - always making sure I was okay. I HIGHLY recommend Philly and he's the only artist I trust and work with."
20. Rob ✓ verified
at RS3 Studios
HIGH
2 mentions
"I have, well 11 tattoos now. I worked with Rob who taught me the difference between a tattoo artist and a tattooer. Not only is rob an artist he was so much fun to hang ou"
21. Sisco ✓ verified
at RS3 Studios
HIGH
1 mention
"oughout the session. I couldn’t be happier and would highly recommend Sisco."
22. Fernando
at Blessed Tattoo Studio
LOW
1 mention
"ng for quality work and an artist who truly cares, I highly recommend Fernando."
23. Chino ✓ verified
at Byzantine Ink
HIGH
2 mentions
"was 16 a this shop is by far my favorite.
All artwork was done by Chino"
24. Nathania
at Kingdom Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"Had two pieces and a touch up done by Nathania and she does AMAZING work! Very clean and pretty line work and a has a light touch. She is friendly and easy to work with."
25. Minh
at Kingdom Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"I’d also like to call out the honestly and integrity of our artist Minh. After he completed my work and i paid, he reached out to remind me that the deposit required at the time of"
26. Big Mike ✓ verified
at 333 Tattoo Studio HTX
HIGH
1 mention
"Big Mike is the best. Just got done with 3 bangers and the man is fast, detail oriented and a perfectionist. I’ve lost 300 pounds and have s"
27. Adan ✓ verified
at 333 Tattoo Studio HTX
HIGH
1 mention
"Amazing shop!!! Adan did my 2 tattoos today and I couldn’t be happier. LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! Great prices also.
Recommend 100%!!!"
28. Wes ✓ verified
at Houston Heights Tattoo & Piercing
HIGH
1 mention
"e is hands down the best shop I've been in. I got my tragus done by Wes & a cover-up by Ricardo. They both were very knowledgeable in aftercare. The friendliness was awesome compar"
29. Diego ✓ verified
at Slanging Ink Tattoo Studio
HIGH
11 mentions
"Diego was my artist and it was amazing , very quick , really good pricing , and friendly as hell , dude was amazing and the whole little sho"
30. Dro ✓ verified
at Slanging Ink Tattoo Studio
HIGH
10 mentions
"too came out exactly how I wanted. Definitely recommend the artist Dro. This was a great way to end my time in Houston."
31. Qoe ✓ verified
at Slanging Ink Tattoo Studio
HIGH
7 mentions
"Came for my cover up. Qoe did an amazing job. Service 100/10."
32. Hector
at Slanging Ink Tattoo Studio
HIGH
5 mentions
"Awesome experience. Hector is the best!"
33. Quo ✓ verified
at Slanging Ink Tattoo Studio
HIGH
1 mention
"Quo did a great job with my tattoo and took his time. I enjoyed and love my tattoo. I will definitely be back."
34. Xian
at Destroy Ink Tattoo
MED
1 mention
"We each came with our own designs. Xian was our artist. Went above and beyond all of our expectations. Helped us choose different sizes, angles, and gave advice for first tatt"
35. Tracy ✓ verified
at Painstaking Art Tattoo Shop & Piercing
HIGH
1 mention
"I had a sleeve done by Tracy almost 20 + years ago. And it still looks amazing. Which is why when I decided to do a full back piece he was definitely going"
36. Chris
at Estilo Urbano Studio Tattoo
MED
2 mentions
"Chris did an amazing job with my tattoo!! Absolutely in love with it! He was very nice and I was nervous about the pain of my tattoo due to"
37. Kartel
at Ink Cartel Htx
LOW
1 mention
"Kartel did a beautiful job on my remembrance shoulder piece. I walked away super happy. I get so many compliments on it."